In a surprising turn of events, Kabelo Gwamanda, the Mayor of Johannesburg, has resigned from his position after weeks of mounting pressure and allegations of incompetence. Gwamanda, who has faced increasing criticism from civil organizations and political parties, submitted his resignation letter to the Speaker of the Joburg Council on Tuesday. The young mayor, who […]

The city of Durban will come together this Thursday to honor the life and legacy of Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule, the beloved Ukhozi FM presenter and founder of the Crown Gospel Music Awards. The memorial service will take place at the SABC offices in Durban, starting at 9:30 am. The news of Mbokazi’s passing was confirmed on […]

The Puebla International Literature Festival has officially revoked South Africa’s designation as the Country-in-Focus for this year’s event. The festival organizers, set to host the event in October, announced on Thursday evening that they have also withdrawn the invitations extended to South African guests. This decision follows the victimization of Miss South Africa finalist, Chidimma […]

Chidimma Adetshina, a 23-year-old model with Nigerian roots, has made the difficult decision to withdraw from the Miss South Africa 2024 competition. The decision comes after weeks of xenophobic backlash and controversy surrounding her eligibility due to her Nigerian father and Mozambican mother. The situation escalated when South Africa’s Home Affairs Minister, Leon Schreiber, accused […]

In a dramatic political twist, former President Jacob Zuma’s uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has abruptly fired 20 of its Members of Parliament (MPs). The news, which has sent shockwaves through the South African political landscape, comes with little to no explanation, raising more questions than answers. The dismissals were confirmed in a letter dated August […]

As the 2024 Olympics progress, African nations are making their mark on the global stage, with several countries already securing medals in various disciplines. Here’s a look at the medal standings for participating African countries so far: Kenya continues to dominate in athletics, adding to its rich history in the sport with a total of […]

In an unforgettable night of glamour and celebration, Seal took the stage at Dr. Precious Moloi-Motsepe’s opulent birthday soirée held at Sun City’s Super Bowl. The event, which was a grand affair befitting the founder of African Fashion International and Chancellor of the University of Cape Town, brought together a glittering array of guests to […]

Saint Lucia has made history by winning its first-ever Olympic medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics, and it is none other than the talented sprinter Julien Alfred who has brought home the gold in the women’s 100m race. This monumental achievement marks a significant milestone for the small Caribbean nation, elevating its status on the […]